Balneário Camboriú: Unipraias Park, beaches and day trips

The essentials of Balneário Camboriú fit into four plans: a day trip from Florianópolis with Unipraias Park and its cable car (€31, 4.5/5 from 92 reviews), the big wheel (€11, 4.4/5 from 37 reviews), the Oceanic Aquarium (€17, 4.7/5) and Beto Carrero World theme park (€80). The catalogue lists 22 Camboriú-related activities from €10, with a median price of €46.

Prices, ratings and review counts updated on November 9, 2026 from the GetYourGuide catalogue. Tours Brasil is a GetYourGuide affiliate: booking through our links costs you the same and we earn a small commission.

Balneário Camboriú is southern Brazil’s most urban beach town: a skyline of high-rises over a wide central beach, buzzing in summer. It sits on the Santa Catarina coast about 80 km north of Florianópolis and works as a base for the German-heritage towns of the Vale Europeu and the Bombinhas peninsula. Every price and rating comes from the Tours Brasil list of things to do in Florianópolis and Santa Catarina.

The 10 best things to do in Balneário Camboriú

1. Balneário Camboriú and Unipraias Park day trip from Florianópolis — €31, 4.5/5 from 92 reviews, 10 hours with pickup. The most reviewed option and the easiest way to visit from Floripa.
2. Big wheel ticket — €11, 4.4/5 from 37 reviews, 21 minutes, with views over the beach and skyline.
3. Oceanic Aquarium — €17, 4.7/5 from 9 reviews. A good rainy-day or family plan.
4. Cristo Luz — €14, 4.6/5 from 3 reviews, 2 hours. The illuminated statue on the hill, best at sunset.
5. Beto Carrero World in Penha — €80 for a 1-day ticket, 5.0/5 from 1 review. The region’s big theme park.
6. German Route to Blumenau and Pomerode — €135, 4.1/5 from 11 reviews, 9 hours with pickup.
7. Private tour with cable car, big wheel and food — €165, 5.0/5 from 2 reviews, 5 hours.
8. Pirate ship sightseeing cruise — €14, 2.5 hours. No reviews yet; a cheap way to see the coast from the water.
9. Paragliding flight — €98, 3.7/5 from 3 reviews, 1 hour. Spectacular views, but check conditions first.
10. Bombinhas, 4 Ilhas and Lagoinha day trip — €20, 4.2/5 from 29 reviews, 9 hours with pickup. Calmer beaches on the next peninsula.

Also available: the Cyro Gevaerd zoo (€10), Summit BC (€19), a private Praia Brava and north beaches tour (€79) and a Brazilian street food tour (€109). Options without reviews are new to the catalogue.

Quick comparison: price, rating and pickup

Activity	From	Rating	Reviews	Duration	Spanish guide	Pickup
Day trip from Floripa with Unipraias	€31	4.5/5	92	10 h	Yes	Yes
Camboriú and Unipraias (alternative)	€39	3.5/5	9	9 h	Yes	Yes
Big wheel ticket	€11	4.4/5	37	21 min	No	No
Oceanic Aquarium	€17	4.7/5	9	—	No	No
Cristo Luz	€14	4.6/5	3	2 h	No	No
German Route: Blumenau and Pomerode	€135	4.1/5	11	9 h	No	Yes
Private tour: cable car, wheel and food	€165	5/5	2	5 h	Yes	No
Paragliding flight	€98	3.7/5	3	1 h	Yes	No

Which plan suits your trip?

Based in Florianópolis with one day

Book the Unipraias day trip (€31): hotel pickup and 10 hours for the city, cable car and beach. It beats the €39 alternative on both rating and review count. For the island itself, see our guide to things to do in Florianópolis.

Travelling with kids

Give Beto Carrero World a full day and spend another on the aquarium (€17), big wheel (€11) and pirate ship (€14): €42 per person for all three.

Culture and food

The German Route (€135) covers Blumenau and Pomerode. From Florianópolis, a Vale Europeu tour costs just €35 (4.6/5 from 10 reviews).

3-day Balneário Camboriú itinerary

Day 1: Unipraias Park in the morning: the cable car climbs from Barra Sul over a forested hill and down to Laranjeiras beach (park entry is bought separately and not included here). Afternoon at the Oceanic Aquarium (€17) and sunset on the big wheel (€11). Catalogue activities: €28.

Day 2: a full day at Beto Carrero World (€80). Arrive early to beat the midday queues. Activities: €80.

Day 3: the German Route to Blumenau and Pomerode (€135), or on a budget the pirate ship (€14) plus Cristo Luz at sunset (€14).

That is €243 per person in catalogue activities over three days, or €136 on the budget version, plus Unipraias entry.

How much does Balneário Camboriú cost?

• City attractions (big wheel, aquarium, Cristo Luz, zoo, Summit BC): €10–19.
• Day trips from Florianópolis with Unipraias: €31–46.
• Pirate ship: €14; €115 combined with the cable car.
• Beto Carrero World: €80 for one day.
• Vale Europeu and German towns: €35 from Florianópolis, €135 from Camboriú.
• Private and adventure: paragliding €98, Praia Brava €79, private city tour €165.
• Airport transfers from Florianópolis: from €39 per person; €187 private.

The median Camboriú activity costs €46, close to the Santa Catarina average of €42. City tickets are cheap; theme parks and private tours are what push the budget up.

Plan your trip

Getting there: Navegantes airport is about 30 km away; Florianópolis airport, about 80 km, has more flights and transfers from €39. Getting around: walk or cycle the seafront; for Beto Carrero, the Vale Europeu or Bombinhas, book a tour with pickup or hire a car. When to go: December to March is peak beach season and very busy around New Year; April to November is cooler and quieter, fine for parks and day trips.

Where to stay: the central beach for restaurants and nightlife, Barra Sul next to the Unipraias cable car and boat pier, or Praia Brava for a quieter surf vibe.

Practical tips

• Ride the big wheel or visit Cristo Luz at sunset for the best skyline views.
• In January, book Beto Carrero and day trips ahead.
• Check what each tour includes: Unipraias Park entry is not part of most standalone tickets.
• Paragliding depends on the wind; check the forecast before you go.
• Combine Camboriú with the mountains in Gramado for a southern Brazil road trip.

FAQ

How many days do you need in Balneário Camboriú?

One day covers Unipraias, the central beach and the big wheel. Three days add Beto Carrero World and the Vale Europeu or Bombinhas.

What is the top-rated activity?

The Unipraias day trip from Florianópolis has the most reviews (4.5/5 from 92). Among tickets, the Oceanic Aquarium scores 4.7/5 from 9 reviews.

How do I get from Florianópolis to Balneário Camboriú?

It is about 80 km. The day trip costs €31 with pickup; airport transfers start at €39 if you want to stay overnight.

How much is the Balneário Camboriú big wheel?

The big wheel ticket costs €11, the ride lasts 21 minutes and it is rated 4.4/5 from 37 reviews.

Is Beto Carrero World close to Camboriú?

Yes, it is in Penha, north along the coast. A 1-day ticket costs €80; plan a full day.

Do I need a visa for Brazil?

Since 10 April 2025, US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa to visit Brazil. UK and EU passport holders do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Always check the official Brazilian consulate website before travelling.

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